Dark Academia Bedroom Makeover For DIY Danie! | Dark and moody bedroom

[@tolentinomarimla1139]

Really? Alexandra and Danie? Simultaneously uploading? OMG which one should I watch first? Love you both ☺️

[@kattemilla]

Exactly!!

[@tolentinomarimla1139]

@@kattemilla like literally watch one on my phone and the other one on my laptop 😂

[@AlexandraGater]

😂😂😂

[@marissasurma4381]

Literally the predicament I just went through

[@OscarsWilde]

Loved this style

[@DIYDanie]

Everyone is raving about this room when they stay over ♥️ so cozy, so moody and so perfect! Great job friend, thank you again for bringing your talents and love to my home ♥️✨

[@kimhaas7586]

Are you kidding me? It looks like a coffin.

[@jemma50]

@@kimhaas7586 seriously?! A pretty coffin like that would be wasted on the dead. :P

[@kimhaas7586]

@@jenniviiv Or get another friend to help steam off the wallpaper and prime the walls for the multiple coats of some other color like Budding Green or Love Letters from Benjamin Moore’s CSP collection. Ok, Nevermind. I’m just obsessing about making this room really sing and salamander ain’t it.

[@samanthab3292]

@@kimhaas7586 what coffins have you been laying in? 😂

[@thesinfulyogini2073]

@@kimhaas7586 the drama, lol. It’s not your room and not everything on the internet needs to fit your aesthetic. I’d love to see what your place looks like😂

[@hannahmontoya3715]

Loved this makeover! There are some comments saying that it doesn’t match the rest of Danny’s home but personally I kind of like that! I feel like when you have a large enough home with multiple rooms it can be fun to creat kind of like a “hidden gem” that’s different than the overall flow. Especially since it’s a guest room, which usually doesn’t have a lot of foot traffic on a day to day basis. Love it!!

[@torizito9347]

love that you’ve stepped out of your comfort zone with both this and your boyfriends makeover!

[@AlexandraGater]

Thanks! It’s been super fun to experiment

[@nilakshiroy6]

Oh , yeah, I forgot , that was a triumph of colour too! Yussssss.... Alexandra ... lovely bright new 2021!

[@KyriakiG]

Yes! I'd love to see you tackle different styles!! This one turned out awsome!!

[@flowersafeheart]

Agree!

[@amandas.4540]

And both were phenomenal!

[@staceystokes404]

I love the look of this room. If I was to make a suggestion, I would pull in the purple from the wallpaper a little more. Like a dark purple chair and a light purple throw blanket...something like that to tie in the wallpaper a bit more.

[@melancholymelodies89]

I would have also used a sharper knife to trim the wallpaper. Some of the edges look torn and raggedy.

[@louiseclarkashburn6664]

I agree; that odd green chair just makes me wonder why??? Like a plum or soft mouse gray or a variation on the teal of the paint color would make more sense.

[@Aleph-Noll]

@@melancholymelodies89 yeah a lot of rips and uneven cuts, it was so bad i would have sworn that they were gonna put some trim on the top and bottom as a border

[@lindas5511]

I worried about the color but in the end I love the room, It all fits together and it is a joy to see a room that is not a white one. Please do more rooms where the color theme is not white or off while.

[@Gbreal1971]

The unfinished wood pieces and baskets and the bedding don’t say dark academia. It seems disjointed and the wall paper could have been elevated by some thin trim moulding to finish the ragged edges. Beautiful wallpaper, sconces and rug.

[@Aleph-Noll]

i was just saying the same thing about the trim!

[@dianegriffen2756]

A neater finish for that wallpaper... Crease the edge as you did with that tool (or with the edge of some scissors), then while it's still wet, pull it away from the wall a little and cut along that creased line with scissors, and smooth it down. This is how we do it in the UK. I like what you've done with the room, it's dark and moody. I don't really see 'British' in it at all, and it's so vastly different from Danii's 'Farmhouse' style in the rest of her home.

[@suzymanville232]

She is right. That wallpaper IS everything! I 💘 this room!!

[@caragallagher6858]

This was so refreshing and different in the best way! Love that you’re stepping outside of your comfort zone.

[@singingknightengale]

I'm a girl who loves darker colors and walls in decor so this room was absolutely up my alley!

[@tiffbott41]

Oh Lordy... the wallpaper not meeting the slope in the wall would drive me mad!! 🙈

[@MerryBee707]

Don't buy an older home then! Lol. NOTHING will line up, be square, level or "normal".

[@elpajaronegro]

@@jenniviiv I came here to say all of this. It was a really sloppy job on the wallpaper, especially since it's not peel and stick, so it's more "permanent".

[@Yaro79514]

@@jenniviiv yes that bothered me too, also why paint the wall where you are going to wallpaper?

[@grasyahmia3304]

Diy danie should have called y’all to do this make over instead::::::

[@shola7987]

@@grasyahmia3304 I know right smh

[@CK_1144]

What is so great about an upstairs attic-style nook of a room is the washy light that happens when you're closer to the sky. The dark green just demolishes any hopes for feeling like you are up and away. I love the color and the boldness but not for an attic room. In my opinion it's way too heavy and bold for a space that should feel like a cream puff. But I do love that chair!

[@valerieann2751]

Pasted wallpaper is supposed to be “booked” . The paste is applied to the back of the paper and then you fold it end to end. Let is sit for 15 minutes and then hang the section. And repeat. Also all wallpapering starts with a plumb line. Keeps things on track .

[@patriciashayes5929]

Please acquire all the proper wallpaper hanging tools, research all the proper steps, and promise, promise, promise, that you will only hang wallpaper absolutely perfectly, correctly, and properly in future. This is an area where perfection is not only easy (although annoying), but the only acceptable method.

[@vanillascooplinda8849]

And the sloppy trimming of the wallpaper after it was hung made me want to scream.

[@matthewandmonicaatha7650]

And wall papering without sizing or priming is killer to remove. No favors done here for future redoing.

[@conniesisco6468]

I’m sorry, but can these people not get on KZbin and at least try to learn to do things the right way?? When I go to do something I haven’t done before, such as hanging wallpaper, I research to learn how to do it before I start. That’s just me in my own home. I can’t even imagine going to someone else’s new home and jumping in and start making semi-permanent changes without knowing what I was doing. And then to top it all off they film it and post it on KZbin!?! I don’t get it.

[@CecilieSHoejberg]

Love those walls! Personally I'd wanna stain the light wood items to match the sidetables - but I also tend to lean dark in my decor style. Definitely love these darker, moodier makeovers lately. Well done!

[@ktdid627]

I love the dark and moody vibes I just think it feels sparse and needed to be filled out more with accessories and art to really lean into the cozy and academia side.

[@malialegros1538]

Yes!!!!!!

[@serenakoleno9338]

Yes, Canterbury Cottage has leaned into Dark Academia very well. Lots of cool accessories since she's into crafts. People are not used to this style. Also she was away from stores and without all her crew. And on a two day makeover of a room she only saw online. Lighten up, people. TFS

[@ashleysovilla2037]

Yes, totally agree! It’s too minimal to really be “dark academia” but it’s a good base.

[@theresabu3000]

A bit more gold light fixtures (the one on the ceiling doesn't fit - maybe a chandelier?), vintage mirrors and art would have been great. I love the dark green paint - but would have been hesitant in painting doors, windowsill and baseboards too. I personally didn't like the wallpaper, but maybe it just didn't look good on camera. I also would have tried to find antique furniture that fits - preferably in a mid tone/lighter wood to bring in warmth.

[@glopez2007]

I kept saying to myself “trust the process” in the end totally loving the cozy vibe. And two of my faves Alexandra and Danie perfect Saturday morning.

[@baileydobbs2532]

Loved this! Dark academia is my vibe. I know Danie chose the bed, but I think a vintage brass bed would look amazing against that dark color.

[@serenakoleno9338]

Probably a cost factor. She could look out for a cool brass bed in future.

[@nanrottkamp5817]

I enjoy watching your channel. This is definitely going to be a love or hate design. Personally not my favorite but appreciate you trying something different.

[@brendaryan306]

We were introduced t Audible when my husband was diagnosed with ALS. He could pull up a book on his device-assisted computer. Audible was a Godsend then and I am still using it today to listen to books while driving, etc.

[@strawberrygal127]

Please do more rooms like this. This is exactly my aesthetic and I can't find any good videos with this vibe.

[@marianacaffaro]

Look for Rachel Masky's room makeovers

[@sz.brigitta5795]

My thoughts exactly!!

[@juicebox333]

Lone fox dining room makeover

[@strawberrygal127]

@@juicebox333 I've seen that one and loved it. Hes probably one of the youtube channels that's closest to my aesthetic and what I want in my house.

[@Tinamar65]

Maybe houseofvalentina could be interesting for you! 😉

[@GeillieWinter]

I honestly don't know what you all are banging on about. It makes way, way more sense to take the wall colour up to the ceiling than it does to paint the small-ish ceiling space a different colour. It's a no-brainer. That's a seriously gorgeous colour btw. I am currently nearing the end of my tiny house build and I fully intend to paint my little "dollhouse" in the same way.

[@cristiefieldsa2716]

I love it! I feel like guest bedrooms are the best rooms to experiment because you don't have to look at it every day if you don't want to. More dark academia please! It's been my favorite style

[@AlexandraGater]

I totally agree!

[@westsidesusie36]

Early in this video Danie says "We are going OG Farmhouse". She got "Dark and Moody Academia". I watched Danie's channel master makeover and Alexandra's channel makeover of the guest room, and while the dark and moody is a change for Alex, it doesn't go with the rest of Danie's house, strikingly so.

[@angelahughes5783]

I think that was the point of it, for it to be really different.

[@sandieedward8214]

I 💕💕💕 LOVE🎯 Darker Moody Vibe... 🧚🧚Cozy Magical Space.💯🎯.. That is an Escape, RiGht.... Fun Spot, A Getaway,🎥🎥🎥🎥 Great for Relaxation; A Good Book, Coffee or Hot British Tea kinda Moment... A Magical Spot, Right next to an airy Daily Spot where Routine Gets Lost in" A Wrinkle in Time" where Dania or Guest, awakening, Find Themselves inside a dimension where Fantasy Now Escapes Reality; as You Nod off, Then upon Awakening Your inside An Unknown novel of ole World Charm of that British Fantasy Dreams About,Amongst this Farmhouse Stress of Remodeling.... tittering into a Magical Ole England Village is TRuELy Escaping Stress , would LOVE to Permanent Live There or Visit 💗💗💗💗💗

[@sandieedward8214]

🚧 Upon Awakening Finding Themselves in an ole English Fairytale. 🧚💕

[@11892rosa]

Right? I feel like she asked for farm house and got something else, like Alexandra didn't really listen to what Daniele wanted n designed the room she felt like doing.

[@artgyrl]

Love the dark, moody academia makeover. The floral wallpaper was definitely an inspired touch, and I love how you complemented everything with the vintage accessories like the lanterns, books, and pictures.

[@msjelly1987]

I LOVE the stunning dark academia style mixed with the cottage/farmhouse style. It is what I have been trying to do in my house. I love the use of antique and vintage furniture.... especially since I am trying to reuse old furniture, instead of getting new furniture, so i don't hurt our environment . I would LOVE to see you incorporate Dark Academia, Farmhouse, French Country, English Cottage and Shabby Chic styles in your makeovers. AS I love to comfortable, old world and green vibe they give to a room/home. Stunning makeover which I will use as inspiration in my own little Australian cottage. Thank you Alexandra Janelle (Warrandyte, Australia)

[@holeyheartedmelissa4503]

It's beautiful! The only thing I would change is the overhead light. It's definitely better than the original, but it's not what I would have picked. I feel like it was an opportunity lost. Love love love the paint color! 🤩

[@katherinechu4581]

Totally agree, came to the comments section looking for this comment. Could have been a statement but I think she planned to bring something else - on the mood board she had that sort of sun shaped light - maybe it didn’t arrive on time or something

[@xDenituUx]

And the trim, I would've kept every trim white. It's sooo dark. I don't like it that much.

[@holeyheartedmelissa4503]

@@xDenituUx honestly, if I was told I could stay in this room or Dani's new master bedroom (the other video), I'd choose this one. I like dark and moody... it's very comfy and cozy to me. (For context, my bedroom is a dark purple with blonde wood trim.) The light and airy "boho" rooms are pretty but I would not want to live in them.

[@holeyheartedmelissa4503]

@@katherinechu4581 Oh... that makes sense. I was surprised AG did not focus on the light especially when Dani pointed out the badness of the original light.

[@MsEgwene]

Totally agree with you on the overhead light. It stands out, and not for good reasons.

[@alysonlofgren3328]

This room just screams for a fun statement light that casts gorgeous, if not slightly eerie shadows across the ceiling to complete the whole vibe.

[@Ineverusemychannel]

Hi, Alexandra! I don’t normally comment but after seeing a surprising number of negative comments so early after posting I wanted to say I really appreciate you trying a new style! Your commenters are always pushing you to do something different and this is definitely it and super trendy right now. It’s true that it doesn’t go with the rest of danie’s house but she was happy with the result and called it a getaway so I don’t think viewers need to get hung up on the statement of the room. It’s great to see you challenging yourself and becoming a more diverse designer! Experimentation is key to any creative journey.

[@hannahjacobs1014]

I don’t think people are being negative as they are just not agreeing with some of her choices and have different opinions, of which they are entitled to. Many of the “negative comments” also compliment her trying something new. But people are allowed to not like something or agree with a design choice and not be a “hater.”

[@kayla-uy9eb]

@@hannahjacobs1014 I have definitely seen some very negative and downright rude comments in the comment section, I think people are entitled to their opinion but you don't always have to be so rude. You can be constructive without being mean!

[@hannahjacobs1014]

@@kayla-uy9eb ok.... but most arent. And that was the point.

[@Ineverusemychannel]

@@hannahjacobs1014 I watched the video within 20 min of posting and at that point around half of the comments were negative, and not all were constructive. Quite a few commented specifically on not being happy that she did a different style. I’m supportive of constructive criticism but if half the comments on your video are telling you they don’t like what you posted sometimes even the helpful criticism can burn a bit, so I offered a bit of support. I don’t know if Alexandra reads her comments that early on but in case she did I wanted her to know her efforts were appreciated. Thankfully they comments have turned more positive and constructive since then.

[@jessicajasper5527]

Two back to back makeover videos that aren't bright pink, whimsical pom pom explosions?? I feel so spoiled. This room turned out AMAZING. I'm in love.

[@kamilajabonska2026]

Oh my god, I absolutely loooove how this space turned out! I trusted your vision and the painted ceiling looks sooo good, such a cozy, moody room. And yeah, there's deffinitely an English vibe to it! Great job!

[@addhoc256]

its so nice to have one dark room when the rest of the house is bright. especially so stylish and well done!

[@mayadesrosiers756]

This room is gorgeous! There's finally a way to describe my style! I have this eclectic mix of antique and modern and gothic and sweet, and I think this sums it up perfect! "Dark Academia" 😊

[@luordonez657]

Danie needed this, she always paint EVERYTHING white!

[@lauramitchell6725]

Hmm,maybe because that’s her preference 🤔

[@monieeewonnieee]

For me, everything looks good up until she added the light wood coat hangers, bench, and baskets. I feel like they do not compliment the dark academia mood she's aiming for. ☹️ I understand the need to mix up styles to prevent it from being boring. But I feel like adding boho/rustic items are a bit underwhelming if you're trying to achieve elegant/moody vibes.

[@tormu5189]

absolutely, I also feel the chair was more retro 60's/70's. But it still looks great and its cool to see something new!

[@ambernajera7595]

I feel like everything still looks beautiful but it’s just not the “dark academia” I was expecting in the end.

[@celifacejones]

Yeah, agreed. Maybe Danni's trepidation made her second guess herself and try to "salvage" the space with lighter accents.

[@naamahnotorious955]

I think she mist a great opportunity to get some of those library green table lamps for the stands....Screams Dark Academia to me

[@noladiorez8305]

Staining them would work, in a darker, warmer brown.

[@yadiaag7771]

The color is gorgeous, but as someone who painted a deep purple and dark rich red rooms once I had to paint over them…..I cried 😂 I was so freaking crazy as a teen, never will do an entire room dark again but OMG I love this color.

[@jacquelinesheedy88]

You guys seem like such good friends, so I’m surprised you seem so far from her style. It sounded like you were more concerned about implementing a certain look rather than designing something specific to her and the flow of her home.

[@sandieedward8214]

Wasn't it meant for Guest or Dania... when Dania Needs an Escape from DYI Stress, Unwinding into this "Wrinkle in Time" ... Giving Magic, Challenges; what Are Dreams if Not Celebrating , Kicking Back, escaping Reality into a great Chosen Novel..... Like "A Wrinkle in Time" , Harry Potter or Any Guest now can kick back and the mind takes you to Old 🗝️ English Novels & Adventures from 1863!!!! How Great is That. Sometimes FoLKs, Want to Travel into Fantasy, Having Magic Within Home is The Gift of magic Dreams & TRuELy Getting, Restful Nights sleeping 💤💤💤💤💤

[@jacquelinesheedy88]

I can see your point.

[@sosexymagazinerobinwatkins8467]

@@sandieedward8214 beautifully interpreted. Put thus way....HELL YES!!!!

[@katietatey]

What a cool room - I like that weird angled ceiling - it makes it so cozy. I think that the color the walls were before was even something you could have worked with, but WOW oh WOOOOWWWWW. Love that new wall color and the wallpaper is so beautiful. This is so unlike an Alexandra typical makeover. It is very my style. I would call it jewel tones, because I'm not sure what Dark Academia even means, but I love it! The chair, the lamps, everything! You knocked this one out of the park. If I were Danie I'd be moving into that one as my master bedroom for sure. :)

[@avisforbes5563]

The room's colour scheme is so soothing and the vibe is very elegant with the beautiful wallpaper. The rich dark colour also made the room look larger. The room was executed very straightforward, which gave me lots of confidence to do this myself.

[@corinnelsmith]

before i even watch anymore i had to pause and say WOW THOSE FLOORS. holy moly they are gorgeous, who the hell would have covered them?! and second thing i wanna mention...that mood board is everything. its so different than your usual style. and while i love your usual style, i love this so much. The dark, moody old school style is really gorgeous. good choice! and so fits Danie!

[@danadennis3729]

Honestly I feel like this fits the house perfectly. It’s old and new all at the same time!

[@kathyusa-iowa5137]

Truly a welcoming oasis that will make guests feel oh so special‼️👍🥰 Love the "thought" features because it's a guest room... the bench to open a suitcase on, a basket of bath towels, a place to hang things, plenty of nightstand room, nightstand lights. All so appreciated by us overnight guests❗👍🤩 🥰

[@frankflores4565]

I was JUST creating a dark and moody pintrist board! I’m considering a similar “dark green”/bluish wall. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@xchrysantha]

11:37 I AM HERE FROM THE FUTURE TO INFORM YOU...that your vision was correct. XD I LOVED the space so much; but I do understand the reason for the changes. I would love to have this room as a diorama lol. It's just so beautiful.

[@michellealjunaidi8471]

The room has this victorian era vibe to it. I love that you kept the original wide plank flooring.

[@sternentigerkatze]

This. Is. So. Gorgeous! At first I thought painting the whole room in such a dark colour would "strike it dead" (literally translated from german), I love dark colours and am thus very positively surprised that it works so fantastically! I love the entire style of this room with its little antiques and the cushy chair and the bold wallpaper! Thank you so much for sharing this!

[@heatherprice4287]

I was so happy that there was no green lead paint on the floor if this room too! Yay OG floors!

[@000sparkle000]

The colour of the paint + the wallpaper was such a stunning combo!!! The room turned out interesting, beautiful, and unique. Perfect for a guest bedroom experience

[@SamSam-yb3ls]

Hey Girl! I love that you're evolving and incorporating design styles outside of what you;d usually be comfortable with, but this top-to-toe colour wasn't for me, mainly because this was in complete contrast to how DiY Danie had designed her own house - light and airy. So I felt there was a lack of cohesion/flow there. That being said, the elements of the design were gorgeous, just maybe in another house...with much higher ceilings! xx

[@doonce]

Ya, it doesn't match Danie's vibe at all. I thought it was somewhat disrespectful.

[@samschultz8255]

I also felt like she didn’t take Danie’s style into consideration and you can hear how apprehensive she is. Especially in such a small space, this makes it seem even smaller.

[@susankraft77]

I think this room turned out beautiful, which surprised me because I don't like dark walls. Nice job!! God Bless!!

[@mjade8784]

I LOVE DARK ACADEMIA!!!! And honestly, I'm so impressed with how this came out considering it's so far from Alexandra's own style! Also, that colour is EVERYTHING

[@noraramos3798]

Helloooo!!! I know this is an old video, but I have been seeing this all over color trend; ceiling and all, for quite some time, and I am a huge fan!!! I am only about 10 minutes into the video, but in the images I’ve seen where this is done, I feel like the rooms always look bigger and more modern and very in the “now”!! I haven’t seen anything even close to the end result yet, but I think you made a fantastic choice with the bold, all over color!! My husband and I are getting ready to move into our own very first home, and I can not WAIT to play with color and not have to be accountable to anyone but myself for the first time ever!! We have been renting the same single family house for 17 years and our landlord has been very strict and no fun at all. The best part about what you’re doing, is that if you’re not in love with it, it’s just paint and very easily can be changed back to anything you want at any time!! Have fun and experiment with color! I can not WAIT to see how this transforms your guest bedroom!!! -Nora

[@marvymaxee]

It’s elegant AND cozy - a difficult combo to pull off. Beautiful!

[@sarahhansen762]

I absolutely love this room. Who knew I liked dark academia? And yay you for going outside your comfort zone. Ignore the negative comments. People struggle with change. This room has such a great feel to it. Perfect.

[@melindalee8659]

Love this look and that you got to play with a style we don’t see as often. The color is absolutely beautiful and something that I would’ve been to scared to try without seeing the finished look. Beautiful!

[@sfreason4112]

Really well done. Nice use of darker and more moody tones. Well balanced. Love the addition of the hobnail lamp.

[@atlaer]

One of my fave makeovers of yours so far, tbh I was getting bored of beige and pink, so yes please more different looks like this 😍❤

[@Charzard782]

Watched both rooms, good thing I am not asked to vote. You smashed it!!! Love, Love, Love it!!!

[@tazeenfatima1854]

Of course I loved this make over. You turned that boring looking room into warm and cozy and also inviting. I love the style of your decor.

[@kellyjohnson3617]

I love the old floors and the wall color. I’d wax the floor before putting down the rug so it would preserve the floor a little. Then touch up the areas that get walked on and the wax wear down. It really brings out the beauty of the old wood. I used to wax the floors in the heavy traffic areas once a year for a client I used to clean for. It just made the wood pop with really minimal effort.

[@brandiilinville8715]

I don’t usually comment, but you are growing so much! I feel unqualified to say that since I am NOT a classically trained decorator but I do decorate my home and I am a mom and watching you, and Danie, grow in your craft makes me so happy! Congratulations to you both!

[@lynnconroy8]

Neither one of them are classically trained decorators.

[@brandiilinville8715]

@@lynnconroy8 so?

[@neza8628]

Yees, they have grown so much!

[@i.e.presents638]

I love the paint color and the moody/cozy vibe, applauding the courage to jump off the cliff of all white walls/pink touches/tassels...I would not call any of this Old World but I think the nightstands work in a WWII UK sort of way, I can see Danie doing one of her accents...The expanding coatrack, basket, bedding, bench, and other touches...not so much. Maybe those were an attempt to fuse farmhouse with dark academia? That paint color demanded totally different bedding. The rug would have been great in another color that related somehow. On the plus side, you are GLOWing, Alexandra! Your skin looks amazing and I so appreciate you being open to new styles. Please don’t be too discouraged there is a lot of good stuff here, it just seems like some of it belongs in other rooms.

[@buscaquenoestoy]

Everyone in the comments is loving it and I’m here like “nope...” 😂

[@fthurman]

I see ooodles of criticism. I like what they're calling "dark academia" and it can even work mixed with boho, but this room was a master class in how to get each aspect wrong.

[@anneporter123]

Hideous right? I'd kill somebody who did that to my walls and I had to paint 5 coats over it. Who the hell wants dark and moody?

[@buscaquenoestoy]

@@anneporter123 I mean ‘dark and moody’ is fine but... the execution of it was just not it for me ://

[@buscaquenoestoy]

@@fthurman yes, the execution just wasn’t it for me

[@Nicole_Riviere]

Love it! Like a really old fashioned Hotel room or bnb🫶🏻

[@sashsash6679]

This is definitely your BEST makeover...excellent job!👍

[@sararosario5729]

Alex, I'm a real fan of yours redecors! Every single video is exceptional! Passion, style, and sofistication are detailed in yours projects. Lovely,! I still forwarding them to my friends, that are enchanting w your work! Hugs from Puerto Rico! 🇵🇷 😘💙

[@pommeblossom]

I’m with Danie. I don’t love the doors and ceiling being green. It’s overbearing. It would look good with a warm wood accented ceiling :) Nice decor choices though!

[@sandieedward8214]

There Artist & All Artist Need escapes from Reality ✔️💯 Love this Dark Moody Escape Especially since Dani's Mom & Dania Both as stayed they couldn't wait to escape into that room... as it came to fruitation... The Dark , against the Light as Artist, Creators, Designers; Opposites attract !! When an Artist & empath Burnout is reason they distance themselves into a Farm... when constantly coming up with new ideas... Dania is A deeply motivated Artist As an Artist I also have given myself for Eons Spots to escape into my creativity & Away from People's Opinions... Many Artist are Empathic, who need Forest,/ Greenery & Flowers to Regroup & refurbish their own Burnout... away from people pressure !!

[@sandieedward8214]

She did love it by the end of remake

[@sosexymagazinerobinwatkins8467]

@@sandieedward8214 You Rock!

[@jessicawade8374]

Okay....this is in my top five of the spaces. Right now just my FAVORITE!!

[@vickinoeske1154]

Maybe I have no vision, but don't get how the color of the wall, wallpaper color & chair color correspond.

[@stuff.6108]

I think maybe a leather chair could work well

[@katymaloney]

I think it's kinda like they used to say in What Not To Wear... it doesn't have to match, it just has to go! I think the different shades of green work together quite well. But then it's a question of personal taste as well! Not everyone will like that chair color, for sure... xD I love it, but I'm aware it would be controversial to many. lol

[@lenalernova]

It’s a little off, especially with the striped bed linen. A more dark academia choice would have been either a purple velvet or cognac leather arm chair. (In fact none of the furniture, bench, bedside tables or armchair scream farmhouse/vintage/dark academia to me, it’s actually quite mid century which clashes with the theme). I mean it looks fine, it’s just a little too mix and match for my taste.

[@helenafranco5091]

Agreed. Too much stuff going on, and with a room that has such low ceilings it just makes it seem dark and lacking daylight... Plus too many different things together. It is better than I expected when I saw here putting everything together, but still not wow.

[@Sunnbuzz]

I don't like any of it, no hate I'm not a fan of AG I came to see it because I love Danie work, this really doesn't fit her home, I wish I knew what the old colour was

[@alyssahubbert8718]

PLEASE do more of this. 10/10 love that velvet chair and paint color. Definitely need something more than boho.

[@kneecole198]

This was excellent. I always love seeing you two together

[@alisa_and_pup]

I REALLY loved this vibe! Perfect for a guest room. Not something I'd want for my everyday bedroom, but I think this would be the perfect place to come hideaway in the middle of the day with some tea and a good book. Maybe take a nap? I love trying to mix and match patterns! It's a "taboo" I love proving wrong and this did that in all the right ways! The very faint stripes against the dark floral was soft and airy. Perfection!!! Well done ❤️❤️🌹❤️

[@ginagoodman]

I’ll always love all the pinks and bright colors, but damn, this room is gorgeous 😍

[@sburwell75]

The paint and wallpaper really worked well with all the accessories.

[@miaclee]

This is a really beautiful room that’s 1000% up my lane but I feel like it rly doesn’t fit well with the way the rest of danie’s house is decorated

[@sandieedward8214]

Was to Escape Stress or people...

[@carolwood9270]

Another fabulous make ovrr.......love the green, daring choice. Love the really long look at end......IT helps when there’s an idea you like and you want a really good look.....

[@cadeylinn]

This is the dark-academia-inspired room of my dreams! I love it!

[@ashlicarlgren560]

By far my favourite space you’ve done yet

[@skwerwl]

That wallpaper - wow! Love how it turned out! Granted, if her guests use CPAP machines (like she mentioned) they're going to prob want to move the actual kerosene lamp. Those hoses are sturdy & can knock things over.

[@Beths3v]

Alexandra, ❤️❤️ the blue/green color on the walls, as well as the floor reveal! 👩🏻‍🍳🤗

[@TamarZiri]

Alexandra, I feel like you lvled up. Amazing job!!

[@helenst1943]

I loved this collab!! and the room turned out romantically dark.... love

[@barelscreations1551]

I love your style and aesthetics and also love Danie's, so I was so surprised that you came up with this color for such a small space I personally think that it doesn't go with the rest of her house so ligbt an airy, but hey, that's judt what I think. Love you both girls.

[@elizavan7697]

Please please do more with super dark colors!!! I love dark academia but I love dark neutrals so much more. Please more!

[@Msltfoster]

Beautiful! Although, I’m leery of the Kerosene lamp in such a tight space considering the sleeping equipment needs of those that will utilize the space.

[@TamarLitvot]

You and Danie both had amazing makeovers posted today. I love how you’ve branching out and trying whole new atmospheres. This is not at all my taste and yet I love it. The wallpaper makes it outstanding but the whole room is lovely. Hope you and Danie will collaborate again. It’s fun to see both of you in a video

[@marybethduke3263]

Was so thankful that there was no pink with pom-poms, however, the opposite end of the spectrum didn't work either. Sorry....it just doesn't match the rest of Danie & Geoff's house. Kudos to you for trying something different, but, in the space, it just doesn't work.

[@jeannewagner8133]

LOVE the name 'dark academia.' It really fits. I think it turned out perfectly. Would love to see more like this here and there.

[@dawnliphard9591]

I love the Dark Academia look. I may have to find a room in my home for this .

[@larakaa7153]

I think you should put the sheepskin on the bench, and a purple throw blanket on the bed. It would look beautiful with the wallpaper. The colours go wonderful together!

[@jackiemoss312]

Love the dark academia style. It's looks fantastic

[@deelite4955]

i thought I wasn't going to like it, but Danie's right...the wallpaper is EVERYTHING in this space!

[@Styledandorganized]

LOVE this vibe!! It looks incredible! I’ve always loved your makeovers but I used to think it was a little boring that they were always the same style/vibe (pink, pom poms, pampas, etc) so it is super refreshing and interesting to see you branching out! Love love love that

[@nilakshiroy6]

Same feelings !

[@Xemantha1]

A+++++ for the AG take on Dark Academia!!!! I love this style (and all your makeovers), but with this one kept thinking "omg, she's leveled up!"

[@emilyhicks1769]

Loving the term Dark Academia! Describes my style much better than my own attempt with "cave library" 😂

[@conniesisco6468]

Lmao!!

[@jacquelinecasey1361]

I wasn’t sure about all the color til the wallpaper went up!👏👏👏 Liked the departure also.

[@theuglybookling4604]

Me a simple British person: I love those night tables I wonder where they're from Alexandra: Thanks to Article for these beautiful nightstands Me: *cries in british*

[@meggan9140]

Can relate, but Australian 🥲

[@KelseyDrummer]

I'm in Canada, if you reaaaaally want them I can help with shipping!

[@JaZmine147]

Can relate too, but cries in German. 😂

[@vickimaccallum]

Cries in South African (We don’t even have IKEA)

[@nicoleblanchardraybaud]

Haaaa! Everytime 🥲

[@kimjensenable]

"Gater Nugget" hahahahahaha! Too cute. Love everything you do.

[@lizalee6666]

Where did those overalls come from?? I need them!

[@hollynoone2863]

Love Dark Academia anyway. Love the room. The wallpaper is brillant.